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Endangered Species: Why Muslim Economies Fail
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Rating:  - A new perspective
The author based the book on very thorough research enabling the reader "feel the streets" of the countries in the Middle East rather than some superfical think tank approach . Thus, not only are the recommendations to the Muslim World quite on target but they also show the West an alternative to expensive military solutions. The developing nations of the Middle East have a lot to contribute to the global economy if they follow their far eastern counterparts.
Rating:  - Challenges to global stability
This is a must-read analysis of future prospects for global stability. It is a sobering appraisal of the dynamics of economies, religion, energy resources, education, demographics. The reader will not put the book down with a smiley face and a new spring in his step, but he will certainly have a deeper perspective to evaluate the inevitable challenges coming. Schlossstein's best yet---which is saying a lot!
Rating: - Endangered Species is relevant, rational and readable
Endangered Species is a lively, provocative look at why Muslim economies fail-and what to do about it. Schlossstein applies his recent studies of the Muslim economies to his encyclopedic knowledge of the Asian tiger economies to urge that Muslim economies follow those models rather than attempting to ape western democratic capitalism at this stage of their development. Enroute he succinctly surveys economics, religion, culture, institutions and education in several leading Muslim societies, notably Turkey, Egypt, Iran and Morocco. He sees Egypt as perhaps the most likely to reform itself toward a success model. The bibliography is outstanding. I heartily recommend Endangered Species.
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Rating: - An essential book about making progress in the Middle East
Is there a solution to the Middle East crisis? If you are interested in this question then you should read this book. Given the poverty and population growth rates in the Middle East, it is hard to imagine any long-term solution that is not based on economic growth and broad-based prosperity. Unfortunately the Arab world currently lacks a viable economic model. But what economic model? Should it be based exclusively on the Western model or are there others that would be more easily accepted in the Arab world? Schlossstien lucidly argues that the Arab world should look to East Asia, not the West, for their model. The economic transformation that has occurred in East Asia is based on an economic model that embraces Asian cultural values. And, as he describes, it has been remarkably effective in rapidly moving these countries out of poverty. By analogy with East Asia, Arab countries can develop models that include their values. By providing an alternative, Schlossstein dramatically raises the level of discussion in an area of critical importance where there are few new ideas - just a continual rehash of the problems. It is a fascinating read because Schlossstein makes his arguments by taking the reader on a journey through history and comparative religion, with Islam at the center. He deals with issues in a straightforward, often provocative, and occasionally witty style. Schlossstein is clearly someone who is interested in solutions, not ideology. I hope that all those working and making policy decisions in the Middle East will read and discuss this book. Schlossstein has provided the case for a much more positive and constructive discussion about how to move forward. For general readers I also strongly recommend this book. It provides a comprehensive overview of one of the most important issues of our age.
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